Description

Our partner, HOTPEC, operates a school and orphanage. There are several potential projects, which if realized, could generate income for the orphanage. These projects include expanding the piggery, growing cash crops, and creating a fish farm.

Your Role
You will conduct a SWOT Analysis, and develop a program plan, and search for funding for the program. The intern shall work with the agricultural technician who has the necessary expertise in farming.

Examples of Activities:
- Conduct needs assessment or SWOT Analysis
- Report on feasibility of program
- Develop program plan
- Solicit funds for program

Qualifications

Background in conducting needs assessments, program planning, and evaluation. Experience in grant-writing.

Intern Types

• Agricultural Economics
• Agriculture

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starts at USD800 for one week

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

* Pre-departure support: You will have a staff member available to support you throughout your time preparing to go abroad. In addition, you will be provided with all the resources you need including your Pre-Departure Manual & Culture Matters Workbook. The pre-departure manual includes all information you need regarding your destination, as well as advice on blogging and fundraising. The Culture Matters Workbook is a self-study course focused on:
- Culture shock
- Issues power and race
- Managing politics, religion, and gender
- Working effectively in a cross-cultural setting
- Preparing to reintegrate as you return home
- Transportation to and from the airport
- Accommodation in volunteer dorm. Shared apartment may be available for couples
- Two local meals provided daily
- Organization placement
- Reference letter and/or compliance with your college or university for course credit (Upon request; 90USD fee applies for students obtaining course credit)

What's not Included
* Airfare
* Insurance
* Vaccinations
* Local transportation
* Pocket money

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Income-generation

Typical Volunteer

College and university students or early career professionals with a background in business or community development.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Media Matters Award We offer awards of up to $300 USD to defray the costs of volunteering abroad. Applicants must demonstrate a desire to contribute to our online community in the long term through various forms of media. Types of media include but are not limited to blogging, photography, online articles, and video content. Other forms of media which can be transferred for viewing online, for example painting, drawing, and sketching, are also possible. We welcome innovative ideas. Successful applicants have a clear and well-organized plan regarding what media they will create, and demonstrate a commitment and proven ability to complete their media project. Application Deadlines: March 15th, June 15th, September 15th, December 15th http://thehumanityexchange.org/resources/media-matters-award-application/(

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 days

The Humanity Exchange's Mission Statement

To provide exceptional international exchange experiences, that foster globally minded conscientious leaders and contribute to development in cooperation with local communities.

Year Founded

2009